Homemade apple butter is easier to make than you think! Fresh apples are cooked down into a thick spread with cozy fall spices, brown sugar, and vanilla.
Peel and core the granny smith apples and place them in a large pot or dutch oven.
Pour in the water and apple cider vinegar. Sprinkle in the salt, pumpkin spice and ginger and mix.
Cover and cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally until the apples are very soft, about 25 minutes.
Using a whisk, stir the cooked apples around until the apples become a sauce.
Add the brown sugar and vanilla extract to the pot, stir, and cook over medium heat stirring constantly until the sauce has thickened to and becomes dark brown, about 15 minutes.
Let cool before storing.
Notes
Store in an airtight container or mason jar for up to 3 weeks in the refrigerator.